Overview
Animal Care Associate Jobs in Ojai, CA at Humane Society of Ventura County
Who We Are: The Humane Society of Ventura County (HSVC) is a local, private, non-profit compassionate care shelter dedicated to animal welfare. We accomplish our mission by promoting the health, safety, welfare, compassionate care, and protection of all animals through education and community outreach programs. We have been serving our community since 1932.
To learn more about us, visit www.hsvc.org.
Who Are You: As an Animal Care Attendant, you are responsible for providing high quality care to the animals within HSVC. You will perform specialized work in providing care for animals in the shelter, including feeding and caring for animals, socializing the animals, maintaining clean and sanitary conditions, treating and medicating animals, maintaining records, and providing customer service. You will assist in the adoption process to help match pets with their new forever homes while maintaining a courteous and professional attitude.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):
Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.
Observe animals to detect illnesses and injuries and notify the Kennel Manager or Assistant Kennel Manager. Assist the public in finding a compatible pet.
Assist in animal intake and cage transfers.
Feed and water all animals according to schedules.
Rotate all dogs throughout the day to the exercise yards.
Transfer animals to and from the clinic.
Keep kennels cleaned throughout the day.
Bathe and groom animals as required.
Follow procedures to keep our animals comfortable in inclement weather.
Inspect cages, pens, and grounds for cleanliness and structural defects.
Restock supplies.
Requirements Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
General knowledge of, and genuine compassion for, domestic animals and wildlife.
Strong interpersonal skills; works well and communicates effectively with the general public, other staff members, and volunteers
Uses good judgment.
Efficient clerical skills including accurate paperwork completion and data entry.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs.
Flexible; capable of working both independently and as a member of a team.
Accurately comprehends and interprets written and verbal instruction and procedures.
Works effectively under pressure and able to work on a variety of tasks at the same time.
Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
Able to lift and/or carry animals and materials weighing at least 50 pounds.
Able to bend, stoop, stretch, stand, walk, run, and extend arms above the shoulder.
Available to all employees with pets:
Free vaccines, spay/neuter, and microchipping.
Discounted pet adoptions.
For more information about our available job opportunities and how to apply, please visit our website at https://www.hsvc.org/employment_opportunities
The Humane Society of Ventura County is an equal-opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Holidays
Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Title: Animal Care Associate
Company: Humane Society of Ventura County
Location: Ojai, CA
